ICYMI: New Thinking on Concussion Treatment, by Sumathi Reddy

With quotes from neuropsychologists Drs. Scolaro Moser and Barr.

A growing body of evidence is calling into question the long-held belief that extended rest is needed to treat a concussion in young people. More concussion specialists are encouraging patients to gradually resume normal activities as long as symptoms don’t worsen. For specific symptoms, such as blurry vision or balance problems, targeted therapies are increasingly being used.
Read more: http://www.wsj.com/articles/new-thinking-on-concussion-treatment-1476726470